Fatal Crash Re-Ignites Safety Concerns Over Dodge Passenger Van

13 Apr 15

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Arnold & Itkin

A recent accident in Florida has re-ignited concerns over the safety of
a 15-passenger van manufactured by Dodge. The accident killed 8 people
when the van veered off of the road and crashed into a ravine on a rural
highway. While an investigation into the cause of the accident is underway,
consumer advocates are sounding alarms about the safety performance of
the Dodge Ram wagon.

The Dodge Ram wagon is a popular passenger van for church groups, schools,
and other non-profit organization due to its low cost and ability to seat
up to 15 passengers. However, consumer advocates point out that the van
has been involved in a disproportionately large number of accidents –
many of them proving fatal.

From 2004 to 2010, the van was responsible for over 500 passenger deaths.

Safety Problems with Dodge Passenger Van

Safety watchdogs say the van has a number of flaws that make it more prone
to accidents, including:

Imbalanced height and width that makes the van susceptible to rollovers

Prone to tire blowouts

Unsafe seat design

Lack of seat belt availability

Poor quality of seat belts

Lack of stability controls

Inability to monitor tire pressure

For over a decade, federal officials have cautioned consumers about the
van and have issued various recalls to correct safety problems. Some insurance
companies have gone as far as to refuse to provide policies on the Dodge
Ram wagon. The warnings urge all passengers of the van to wear a seat
belt at all times and recommend gauging the tire pressure before each trip.

Injured Passengers Have Legal Options

If you were injured or a loved one was killed in an accident involving
a Dodge Ram wagon,
contact our passenger van accident attorneys to learn about your legal rights. Our law firm offers free consultations
to accident victims throughout the United States and you don’t pay
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